Uncle Silas: A Tale Of Bartram-haugh

By W.J. McCormack, J S Lefanu, Claire Connolly

Uncle Silas: A Tale of Bartram-Haugh is a chilling masterpiece of Victorian gothic fiction by J. Sheridan Le Fanu, a pioneer of supernatural and psychological horror. The novel follows the young and innocent Maud Ruthyn, who, after the mysterious death of her father, is sent to live with her reclusive Uncle Silas - a man once accused of murder but never tried. Set in the eerie and decaying Bartram-Haugh estate, the novel builds a tense and suspenseful atmosphere as Maud begins to question the true intentions of her uncle and the secrets that haunt her new home. Is Uncle Silas the misunderstood recluse he appears to be, or is there a sinister truth behind his genteel fa ade? Through twists, dark secrets, and psychological manipulation, Le Fanu crafts a gripping tale of trust, betrayal, and survival. A cornerstone of gothic literature, this novel weaves mystery and atmosphere into a haunting narrative that lingers long after the final page.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9372010898
• ISBN13: 9789372010893
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: True Sign Publishing House Private Limited
• Length: 478 Pages
• Weight: 1.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 5.5" x 8.5"